Navigating the path to career advancement requires more than just ambition; it demands a strategic focus on developing key leadership skills. Join us for "Moving Up," a workshop designed to give you the tools for your next professional step. We’ll explore the skills crucial for success in today’s VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) environment, talk about why they really matter and what might trip you up. You’ll leave with a personalized development plan to drive your career forward.

Learning Objectives:

Balancing self-perception with reputation: Describe the significance of self-awareness in effective leadership and the role that external perceptions play in your career growth. Leverage techniques to gather external perceptions in order to enrich your understanding of how you’re viewed.

Critical skills exploration: Examine five core leadership skills required for today’s environment. Define each of the skills, their importance, and potential obstacles to effectiveness.

Real-world application and continuous learning: Describe and apply strategies for real-world skill implementation and effective self-promotion. Create a personalized development plan to ensure ongoing growth and progress toward your next step.

Bio: Amber Waugaman is a highly accomplished ICF credentialed Certified Executive Coach and AMA Certified Professional in Management® with over 14 years of diverse experience across various industries. Her passion for empowering individuals and organizations to thrive is the driving force behind her work. Amber is a 2007 Penn State graduate with an MBA from Baruch College. Amber is actively involved with professional associations such as SHRM (Society for Human Resources Management), ATD (Association for Talent Development), and AMA (American Management Association), ensuring she stays at the forefront of industry trends and best practices. She is a valued member of the Vermont SHRM State Council, helping to further HR practices in the region, and serves on the statewide HR conference planning committee. She has had the privilege of working with a diverse range of leaders, helping organizations improve engagement and retention, drive growth, and foster innovation.